Production Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Elgin, IL, United States
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Engineering
Job Industry: Retail
Salary: The pay we're offering is
$35
per hour
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The Opportunity
Description
Schedule:Monday – Friday | 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Overtime Available)
Responsibilities:
- Perform daily maintenance on a wide range of equipment including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
- Respond quickly and efficiently to emergency breakdowns—keep the lines running smoothly!
- Troubleshoot issues with mechanical and electrical components.
- Assist with equipment modifications, fabrications, and changeovers to improve production efficiency.
- Ensure a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Support start-up and shutdown operations for plant equipment.
- Work on systems that may involve chemicals (caustic, acids, ammonia) following safety protocols.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and procedures.
Our Client
Our client has over 20 years of experience in connecting the right people with the right companies.
When you apply to join their team, they will ensure to take all the necessary time to thoroughly evaluate your experience, background, and interest to match you with the right company whether you are interested in IT, Light Industrial, or a Commercial job position.
They focus on listening, following through, and ensuring fit between people, cultures, and attitudes. Our client creates the type of environment that candidates are eager to return to, again and again.
Sounds interesting? Apply, and pursue your perfect career fit!
Experience Required for Your Success
- Must be a self-starter or Trade / Technical school or Millwright certification preferred.
- Must have Forklift operation experience.
- Previous experience maintaining production equipment (food & beverage experience a big plus!).
- Solid knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems with skills in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic.
- Comfortable with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
- HVAC, plumbing, welding, or millwright experience is a strong advantage.
- Must be physically capable: lift up to 60 lbs., bend, stoop, climb ladders, and stand for extended periods.
- Familiarity with Allen Bradley or GE PLCs and other industrial software interfaces (preferred).
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
RightStoneis a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you!
What Do You Think?
Does your experience reflect what it takes to be successful in this role? Do the work and challenges get you excited about what's possible?
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